Timothy Brown Sheriff at Alexander County | Alexander County Sheriff's Office
Timothy Brown Sheriff at Alexander County | Alexander County Sheriff's Office
FOIA Request to Alexander County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
On July 29, 2025, Southern Illinois News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Alexander County Sheriff's Office. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting new applicants. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and it emphasizes the preference for receiving the information in an electronic format.
The request highlights the role of Southern Illinois News in gathering and reporting news related to local governmental affairs. As part of their professional responsibilities, they aim to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. The request also includes a plea for a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals.
Additionally, Southern Illinois News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
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